Vienna University of Economics and Business

Research, development, teaching

Fulltime

published till: 2025-08-13

You want to understand how things are connected and make a fundamental impact? We offer an environment where you can realize your full potential. At one of Europe’s largest and most modern business and economics universities. On a campus where quality of work is also quality of life. We are looking for support at the

Institute for Production Management
Fulltime, 40 hours/week
Starting September 01, 2025, and ending after 6 years

You want to advance your research in operations management and supply chains while gaining teaching experience at a leading institution? This position opens the doors to an outstanding academic career by enabling you to conduct research that is relevant to academia and business. This is your chance to become part of a strong research community and contribute to advancing our understanding of operations management and supply chains in today's complex world.

What to expect

Enrich or extend the teaching and research of the Institute for Production Management.
Contribution to the English-language BSc program in Business and Economics (course in Business Analytics) and MSc program in SCM (courses in advanced Analytics, OM and SCM)

What you have to offer

Doctoral degree or PhD with significant depth in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Business Analytics or a closely related field.
At least 3 years professional experience at a recognized university
Research record as evidenced by publications in scientific OM and SCM journals
Potential shown to acquire and execute competitive research projects, collaboration with industry partners is expected as well
Teaching experience in English and/or German with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching
Research interests in OM, SCM, or circular supply chains,
Willingness to use multimedia teaching methods: You are prepared to use multimedia teaching and learning formats.

Preference will be given to candidates applying the relevant descriptive and/or predictive and/or prescriptive methods to contribute to the current research profile of the institute in Operations Management (OM) and Supply Chain Management (SCM). The relevant research areas include, for example: AI application to process improvements, integrated supply and demand management, production planning and control, supply chain planning and control and circular supply chains.

What we offer you

Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
Excellent accessibility by public transportation
Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
Flexible working hours
A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts

The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €4,932.90 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on equivalent prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.

Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by August 13, 2025 (ID 2510).
We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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